Keira Knightley Shines at London Premiere

I love the dress that Keira Knightley wore for the 55th BFI London Film Festival while promoting her newest movie, A Dangerous Method.  The ensemble, from Roksanda Ilincic's Resort 2012 collection, was everything that I love in a dress!  It was sexy, it was classic, it was streamlined, and it was most definitely made for Keira!  The best part of the outfit, in my opinion was her visible midriff which is current trend.  I placed a clip of the movie below so let me know what you think.

Designer Coffee Stained Shirts?!!

Alexander Wang

I would like a Venti Hazelnut Mocha and a coffee stained t-shirt.  That's right, you read correctly!  To commemorate Starbucks' 40 years, the famous coffee chain has decided to pair up with designers to design t-shirts that retail for $85.  The designers, which where Alexander Wang, Billy Reid, and Sophie Theallet, were to take their own interpretation of the coffee houses and the translate them to fashion.  Wang opted for a haphazard, if not eccentric, "coffee stained" design while both Reid and Theallet took a cleaner approach.  The t-shirts, which support the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, are available for pre-order at Nordstrom and at Starbucks. 

Billy Reid

Sophie Theallet

London Fashion Week!!!

London Fashion Week is here as designers and fashion lovers from all over the world flock to the trendy city to see breath the taking shows.  The runway shows, which kicked off in full gear Friday, September 16 and runs through Wednesday, September 21st, included shows from Christian Blanken, Vivienne Westwood Red Label, and Jonathan Saunders and so many more, some of which have not yet shown.  

On other news via People - Style Watch, Beyoncé and Tina Knowles, who is a customer of mine I might add, also showed in London for their autumn/winter 2011 collection for the House of Deréon.  Although they weren't listed on the London Fashion Week website, the show was held at Selfridges department store in a decorated car park.  Watch the video below, where the design duo explains their collection and how they get their influence.

Vera Wang Bridal

My uncle just got married Saturday and that is part of the reason for not posting Friday and this weekend.  The wedding went off without a hitch and the bride looked stunning in her strapless mermaid inspired dress with stunning embroidered details.  My uncle on the other hand, opted for the Texas staple with a classic suit paired with a cowboy hat and boots.  So, in light of the festivities, I compiled a couple of the dresses that I adore from Vera Wang, who gained her own label after designing her wedding dress after not finding what she was looking for.  Known for her luxurious fabrics, impeccable detail and classic, modern designs, Vera Wang quickly gained notoriety and is definitely a major player in the fashion industry.  Let me know what you guys think!

Parke & Ronen, Spring 2012

      

While surfing around GQ online, I came across Parke & Ronen's Spring 2012 collection that showed this past Friday in New York.  I am definitely feeling everything that this collection has to offer from the chic styling to the casual, sophisticated aesthetic!  I love the use of bright colors, which we are seeing a lot of in Spring, but what I like the most is the burst of colors that are not too bright, to where it distracts you.  The use of print and plaids on the shorts are an added element to the already likable collection, and don't get me started on the swimwear because they look amazing!  Show them some love! (and show me some by sending me some Parke & Ronen trunks!)

Photos: Filippo Fior

Fashion Show Flash Mob

The Simon Now Fashion Show presented by the Cadillac, at the Houston Galleria, was quite an exciting event this year!  The atmosphere of the scene and crowd was terrific as everyone rubbed elbows with each other, while models posed like mannequins in various spots for Tiffany & Co.  The the models donned on amazing outfits from the Fall lines of Neiman Marcus, Carolina Herrera, St. John, Max Mara, and shoes from Jimmy Choo which ended with a Flash Mob on the catwalk!  I was quite excited and didn't know what to do and was totally in love with the older lady dancing in the end of the video!

Voguepedia

Everyone has heard the saying, "Google it."  Well, now you can add, "Voguepedia it," to your list of phrases!  Voguepedia, presented by Michael Kors, is the most amazing idea since the invention of the wheel!  It brings you everything that has ever appeared in Vogue straight to your fingertips.  It also features a search box and links to the most sought after information (ie, designers, models, brands, personalities, and beauty) in a user friendly layout.  My favorite thing about Voguepedia, is that it gives you amazing profiles/bios about your favorite people, like Roberto Cavalli (above).  I know that this will be a huge hit for all of you fashion buffs out there, but an even better asset to you fashion students.  Hit the hyperlink and let me know what you think!  

Gene Ginno Alducente

I will be the very first to admit that I don't get crazy excited about a lot of things but when my BFF, Jason, sent me this, via Behance Network, I went all kinds of crazy!  The makeup artist, Gene Ginno Alducente, did an amazing jobs with the models in this shoot titled, "I am the Queen."  The garments, which are from Amado Haute Couture, are stunning, glamours, elegant with a touch of rebel mixed in.

Behance Network is an online platform for individuals in a creative field to network, show your digital portfolio, and try to find jobs.  So, join in the fun, and maybe you will be the next one that makes my jaw shatter on the floor, like Gene Ginno Alducente did.

Glee + Fashion's Night Out

 

Mark your calendars everyone because Fashion's Night Out is only 7 days away!  All over the world, from New York to Australia, everyone is joining in to celebrate and appreciate everything that fashion has to offer. Here in Houston we are having the annual Simon Now Fashion Show presented by Cadillac, which I will be attending again this year.  

To mark the event, the cast of Glee was photographed by Vogue and made a commercial covering David Bowie's, "Fashion."  Oh, how I love it!!! What do you guys think?

Flipping Out with Jeff Lewis

I love watching Bravo's show, Flipping Out with Jeff Lewis.  I definitely love his work and his aesthetic is definitely up my alley; amazing, modern, straight lines.  Where do I sign up?!  I love watching his show a lot and he actually reminds me of myself.  If you want to have a little Jeff Lewis in your home, just check out his website and you can shop to your hearts desires.

My soon to be BFF, Jeff Lewis.

I love the Ghost chairs from Kartell in this picture.

The wallpaper and the pendant lamp can be ordered on the Jeff Lewis' online store.

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty

I honestly feel like all of the planets have aligned in my favor!  I have been having a bad week lately and this has definitely cheered it right up.  The Metropolitan Museum of Art has a brand new exhibit open featuring my idol, the late Alexander McQueen.  Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty displays his amazing designs and his empowerment of women.  Looks like I'm booking a flight this weekend to see this for myself!

I loved this collection, especially the feather coat with embroidered tulle.

 Love the baby doll dress with a pop of color!

This is what royalty should dress like every day.

The Anna Wintour inspired hairstyles are to die for!

Christian Siriano!!!

I have always loved Christian Siriano from the very first time that I saw him on the Project Runway!  What can I say, he had me at, "Hot tranny mess!"  He never disappoints me when he comes out at with his collections and that includes his Autumn/Winter collection!  The collection is so pretty that I will let the photos speak for themselves.  I also had the honor of meeting him and I have to admit that he is very nice, funny, amazing, & really pretty in person!